292 miles (471 km) | |
Train, bus or flight | |
$49 - $67 | |
Train • $49 (€44) • 5 h 59 min | |
Flight • $67 (€60) • 1 h 5 min | |
FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn |
Travel 292 miles (471 km) by train, bus or flight from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus, Eurowings or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen.
How to get from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Find the best route from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen with Omio's travel partners Eurowings and Deutsche Bahn! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Zurich and Gelsenkirchen. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
Eurowings is Germany's leading low-cost airline and offers a choice of Smart, Best and BIZclass fares for your next travel to Gelsenkirchen from Zurich.
You can get between Zurich and Gelsenkirchen 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen is by taking a train with average ticket prices of $49 (€44) compared to other travel options to Gelsenkirchen:
Taking a train costs $6 (€5) less than taking a bus, which costs on average $54 (€49) for the same trip.
Taking a train costs $18 (€16) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $67 (€60) for the same trip.
The fastest way to get to Gelsenkirchen from Zurich is by flight with an average travel time of 1 h 5 min.
Other travel options to Gelsenkirchen take longer:
Bus takes on average 14 h 10 min.
Taking a train requires on average 5 h 59 min of travel time.
The distance is approximately 292 miles (471 km) from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen.
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip between Zurich and Gelsenkirchen as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen:
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Yes, there are direct routes from Zurich to Gelsenkirchen with the following travel companies:
Direct services to Gelsenkirchen tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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